January weather forecastIzmir, Turkey

The mighty clock tower of Izmir, in Izmir, Turkey, known as the symbol of the lovely city

January

Weather in January

The start of the year in Izmir, Turkey, brings chilly temperatures and considerable rainfall. With temperatures ranging from 5.9°C (42.6°F) to 12.5°C (54.5°F), January is among the coldest months here. The plentiful rainfall of 124mm (4.88") over approximately 12 days contributes to the high relative humidity level of 68%. The cooler weather discourages outdoor activities but does not deter the locals who are acclimatized to such conditions. Despite shorter daylight hours of 9.8 hours, January marks the gradual lengthening of days, a harbinger of the upcoming spring.

Temperature

January is Izmir's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 12.5°C (54.5°F) and lows of 5.9°C (42.6°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Izmir, in January, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 124mm (4.88") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Izmir, there are 77.5 rainfall days, and 690mm (27.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Izmir, Turkey, in January, the average water temperature is 15.6°C (60.1°F).
Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 15.6°C (60.1°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 50min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 18:31 +03.

Sunshine

In Izmir, the average sunshine in January is 4.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in January leads to these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Izmir witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 12.5°C (54.5°F) and a low of 5.9°C (42.6°F).

In Izmir, 12.5°C (54.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 5.9°C (42.6°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

The average relative humidity in January in Izmir is 68%.

In Izmir, in January, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 124mm (4.88") of accumulated precipitation.

In Izmir, Turkey, the average seawater temperature in January is 15.6°C (60.1°F). Swimming in 15.6°C (60.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In January, the average day length in Izmir is 9h and 50min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, in Izmir, Turkey, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 18:31 +03.

In Izmir, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.3h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Izmir, Turkey.

In Izmir, Turkey, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

14.1°C

12.5°C

13.6°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

12.7

11.9

10.7

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in January
Izmir, Turkey

Average high temperature in January: 12.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (33.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.5°C).

Average low temperature in January: 5.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (22.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.9°C).

Average humidity in January
Izmir, Turkey

Average humidity in January: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (42%).

Average rainfall in January
Izmir, Turkey

Average rainfall in January: 124.4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (143.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.9mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Izmir, Turkey

Average rainfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (12.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0.5 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Izmir, Turkey

Average sea temperature in January: 15.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.8°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Izmir, Turkey

Average daylight in January: 9h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine in January: 4h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).